Meet Our Board of Directors


Under the careful guidance of our talented Board of Directors, SBPAL has grown from serving 50 youth to providing no-cost programming to more than 750 youth annually, helping program participants to develop self-confidence, leadership skills, academic achievement, and a strong sense of community.

The Board includes a representative of Santa Barbara Police Department, known as the Chief's Advisor, who is personally selected by the Police Chief. Other board representatives include additional officers, community members, program alumni, and parents; each who are seated approximately every 2-4 years.

These compassionate individuals work tirelessly to further the mission of Santa Barbara Police Activities League, as we strive to build the bridge between cops, kids, and our community through mentorship, leadership, and academic enrichment programs.

2026 Board Of Directors

Audry Nafziger
Board President

Jim Stretchberry
Vice President

Tracy Colahan
​Secretary

Cmdr. Charlie Katsapis
Chief's Advisor

Tom Shapiro
Board Member

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Bryan Marshall
Board Member

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Kristina Justice
Board Member

Ret. Ofc. Adrian Gutierrez
​Board Member

Ret. Chief Bernard Melekian
Board Member

Tere Jurado
Board Member

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Diana Morales
​Board Member

Richard Garnica
Board Member

Linda Dozer​
Board Member

Legacy Council

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Kent Wojciechoski & John Van Donge
Past Presidents

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John Dixon​
Past Treasurer

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